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At the Los Angeles County High School for the Arts, Dr. Castro has developed one of the premier high school music programs in the country where he has served as “chair” for twelve years. Most recently in 2006, the LACHSA Music Program received the prestigious Grammy Signature Schools “Gold” Award given to only six high schools nationally by the Grammy Foundation. His students and ensembles continue to win awards at the national and state level. For his contribution to music, Dr. Castro has earned numerous accolades including Distinguished Teacher Award from the White House Commission on Presidential Scholars. Dr. Castro also holds a Ph.D. from UCLA in composition.
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